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India’s T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav has opened the door for a return to action, with reports suggesting he has regained full fitness ahead of the ACC Asia Cup 2025.
According to Indian media, the right-hander has successfully cleared a mandatory fitness test at the BCCI’s Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru.
The clearance almost confirms his availability for the Asia Cup and continuation as India’s captain in the shortest format.
The development comes as a major boost for India, who are set to feature in the Asia Cup, scheduled to be played in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) from September 9 to 28.
Suryakumar Yadav is also expected to be present at the team selection meeting in Mumbai on August 19, alongside chairman of selectors Ajit Agarkar.
The 34-year-old had been on the sidelines since the conclusion of IPL 2025, where he was representing the Mumbai Indians.
During the tournament, he scored 717 runs, becoming only the second batter after Sachin Tendulkar to breach the 600-run mark for the franchise.
Following the tournament, he underwent surgery in Munich, Germany, to treat a sports hernia in his lower right abdomen.
Since returning to India in June, Suryakumar Yadav has been undergoing rehabilitation at the BCCI Centre of Excellence, where he gradually resumed batting and fitness drills before proving his readiness.
It’s worth noting that the Asia Cup 2025 will commence on September 9, with Afghanistan facing Hong Kong in the Group B opener.
India’s campaign will begin on September 10 against the UAE, followed by a highly anticipated clash with Pakistan on September 14. Their final group-stage fixture is scheduled against Oman on September 19.
